Equip your organization with the tools to foster an environment where every individual’s potential is valued. Embrace neurodiversity and witness the positive transformation it brings to your workplace.
Working Environment
- Office Lighting: Bright lights, such as fluorescent overhead lights can be distracting and contribute to sensory concerns. Assign a workspace with different lighting, i.e. desk lamps or floor lamps, with natural light being preferable.
- Noise Levels: Modern open office plans can make it difficult for individuals with Autism and sensory sensitivities to focus. Assigning a desk in a quiet area, or normalizing the use of noise-buffering earplugs, earbuds or noise-canceling headphones can enable far more productivity.
Workplace Options
- Schedule: A flexible schedule system in order for individuals with Autism to work optimally during hours of increased attentiveness/productiveness. These schedules allow individuals to have time for mental rest in order to refocus and reorient into their work.
- Flexible Work Environment: Not all roles can be made to work remotely, however, if possible, this support can be an excellent alternative for employees and colleagues.
- Job Coach: Work to both advocate and destigmatize the option to have a job coach. These individuals provide on-site guidance to an employee and will assist them in performing their role.
